Job Posting: Environmental Educator
The Ecology Center (EC) seeks an enthusiastic and reliable educator to lead activities at regional K-12 schools and community events. This is a part-time position with hours fluctuating up to 20 hours per week. Work will be based out of the Ecology Center’s main office in Ann Arbor, however a significant portion of time will be spent at schools and events throughout Washtenaw County.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Environmental Educator will utilize a range of skills to educate and engage learners about environmental issues. Programs focus on topics such as: recycling, composting, sustainable living, and environmental health.
Specific duties will include:
Leading Educational Programs
- Deliver established, age-appropriate classroom workshops at Washtenaw County schools
- Lead bus tours of Ann Arbor’s Resource Recovery Facilities with Ann Arbor Public schools
- Lead zero waste programs for students at Freeman Environmental Education Center
- Host information tables with educational activities at community and after school events
- Assist with delivery of presentations to community members of all ages
General/Administrative
- Inventory and maintain an organized education stockroom
- Prepare education materials and clean and stock them after use
- Assist with construction of education materials
- Attend weekly Education Team meetings
- Track activities in the classroom for reporting purposes
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, environmental science, or related field
- Formal or nonformal teaching experience with learners of various ages
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Independent self-starter who can also work as part of a team
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility and reliability
- Comfortable engaging audiences of all ages
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Reliable access to a personal vehicle for travel and transport of educational materials
** A background check is required upon hire**
Hours and Compensation
This is a part-time hourly position, 20 hours per week at $20 per hour. Most work will be weekdays between the hours of 8am and 4pm, with occasional evening or weekend hours.
About the Ecology Center
Founded in 1970, the Ecology Center works to develop innovative solutions for healthy people and a healthy planet. In recent years, the Ecology Center developed the country’s leading product testing service for toxic chemicals; created a statewide Health Leaders Fellowship program; and led campaign efforts to expand transit service in southeast Michigan. The Ecology Center is the parent organization of Recycle Ann Arbor, founded in 1977, which works to build zero waste communities through convenient and innovative services. The Ecology Center has offices in Ann Arbor and Detroit.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Ecology Center is committed to diversity and inclusion in our internal practices and opportunities, and in how we fulfill our mission of working for healthy people and a healthy planet. The Ecology Center is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, women, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ communities.
How to apply
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title “Environmental Educator” in the subject line.